...Big Little Shots??

They’re big because they act like they are. Little because that’s what they really are after taking away all the filler on the outside. *Strangle *Strangle!!

I’m sure many of you have encountered these kinds of people. They don’t have much to shout about in terms of personal achievements or accolades so they tend to exert their authority whenever possible....even when it’s absolutely unnecessary. It’s their little moment of triumph to make up for their personal failures. It just kills me every time I bump into one of them.

The Obnoxious Bus Driver
This guy was the one that “inspired” me to write this article. I hopped on the bus and politely asked him if it was the “Northwood” or the “Northwood Express”. You know what he said? “My sign only Northwood only” (in a condescending tone).
Really, that kind of attitude is uncalled for. A simple “This is a Northwood bus” would have sufficed.

The Over-Zealous Policeman
You’ve seen him everywhere especially in Malaysia. He comes to you with the most unreasonable requests, telling you where you’re wrong when it’s something totally trivial. He gets worked up really easily and looses his composure in a flash unlike his more jaded predecessors. The over-zealous policeman struts around in his brand new uniform and almost looks down at you and makes you feel like you’re from another planet even when you’re asking the simplest of things, like where the nearest bathroom is.
Sure, you dropped out of high school. Or maybe your mother got mugged and you swore on her grave that you would give her justice. No matter what excuse you have for being a policeman, you’re dealing with humans every day. Not just criminals. Maybe your lack of education impedes your judgment. Wise up.

The Meany Club Bouncer
Yeah, you big load of protein. I’m talking to you. You’re huge, you can push your weight around effectively to your advantage. But would it kill you to just be nice to someone? Maybe it’s that ice-cold image of yours you’re trying to protect. I don’t blame you. Go have fun with your little few hours of unbridled authority….while it lasts. Before you get fired for being too old and sluggish, then you’ll know what a loser you really are.

The Condescending Receptionist
Okay, you’re tired of working from 9-5. But it’s your job to be nice to people. You need people skills! You’re not being paid to sit pretty and attract flies into your office. So when I need a little assistance, don’t speak to me like I don’t understand English. I do! I’m criticizing you in English aren’t I? It’s downright disrespectful that you choose to speak to Asians in such a condescending tone. At least you could be a little more patient. Didn’t you learn that at Receptionist School? Oh, I forgot. You didn’t even get out of high school. My bad.

The Demanding Fake-Parking Attendant
These guys prowl the streets at night when the municipal council officers are off duty. They look for spots near eateries and demand for as much as $2 for parking around “their turf” when they don’t even own it. And when you refuse to pay them, you return to find your car with some extra decorations along the sides…..coin scratches. So you derive your authority from your threats of vandalizing my vehicle. What a thug. You’re fortunate enough that I don’t report you to the authorities because you’re not even worth my time.

Conclusion:
So what do we do with people like these? I really hope that there’s a special place in the afterlife for them. Yes, I sympathize with them that they weren’t given the same opportunities that I have. But really, when you’ve come from a humble past and you haven’t exactly “made it” yet, it really helps if you’re humble too. Wouldn’t it make this world such a better place?